
Reaching Out
As a parent or caregiver, know that you are never alone.
As a parent or caregiver, know that you are never alone. It is a sign of strength to reach out for help. The organizations below support parents, caregivers, and children. Please reach out if you need resources, guidance, or help.
National Parenting Helpline
http://www.nationalparenthelpline.org/find-support
- Resources for mental and physical health as well as general parenting information. Resources are searchable by state and by topic.
Bridges for Kids
http://www.bridges4kids.org/HelpForKids-US.html
- Solutions for daily parenting challenges. Resources are searchable by state and by topic.
Family Paths
https://familypaths.org
Call 800-829-3777 for support
- A 24-hour parent-support hotline that provides free and confidential counseling, information, and referrals to anyone in need of parenting support.
The American Academy of Pediatrics
https://www.aap.org/en-us/Pages/Default.aspx
- Information on issues related to children’s health and wellness.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
https://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/actearly/milestones/index.html
- Information on developmental milestones.
Women Infants and Children (WIC)
Check here for your local office:
https://www.fns.usda.gov/wic/program-contacts
- Food and nutrition support and services for mothers.
National Institute of Mental Health
https://www.nimh.nih.gov/index.shtml
- Information and resources on a wide array of mental health topics.

Cultural Connections through Family Engagement for Building Stronger Bonds

Mindful Caregivers
Practicing mindfulness is a great way to slow down and reset.

Eating Well: Here and There
A printable page with easily shareable resources to encourage children’s healthy relationships with food.

Tracking Child Development: A Caregiver’s Guide
Keeping track of milestones and going to routine screenings helps children stay healthy and thriving.

Growing a Language Garden: Everyday Language Development
A reminder of the simple things you do every day that nurture children’s language skills.

Routines to Help Children Rest and Sleep
Soothing, predictable, nap and bedtime routines can help children settle down for rest.

The Heart of Communities: Supporting and Celebrating Family, Friend, and Neighbor Caregivers